Christmas at Cragside: A Journey Through Fairyland
A fairytale trail through Cragside's house, plus the world's tallest bedded Christmas tree lit up outside. Arrive early at weekends.
When
November 28, 2026
January 3, 2027
10am–4pm (tree lit until 5pm on late days)
Map
This year the house at Cragside becomes a fairytale, built around a story William Armstrong wrote himself. He's stranded in Fairyland, and families follow the trail to help him escape.
Outside, the giant redwood that holds the Guinness World Record for the world's tallest bedded Christmas tree is lit up again. No booking needed, normal admission applies, and dogs are welcome on the estate (though not in the house).
Worth knowing: the car parks filled up and visitors were turned away on busy days last year, so arrive early, especially at weekends.